Skoda India launch timetable on track despite Covid challenges: Report
4 years, 3 months ago

Skoda India launch timetable on track despite Covid challenges: Report

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Covid-19 hampered plans of many auto industry players. According to a report by PTI, Skoda Auto India Brand Director Zac Hollis, "When you look at our product development, we set out with a lot of investment which was already made into the India 2.0 products before the COVID-19 even hit us. Skoda Auto had unveiled its Vision IN, an India specific mid-sized SUV concept car based on the MQB A0 IN platform, at the Auto Expo earlier this year which is slated to be launched next year. Earlier Skoda Auto India had set a target of having 200 outlets by the end of next year. Further, Hollis said, "We are Moreover, people are also "a little bit nervous about shared transport" as a result of which demand is seen happening, especially at the entry-level segment of cars, he said.

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Skoda bets on affordable compact SUVs to double India sales by 2026
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Skoda bets on affordable compact SUVs to double India sales by 2026

Live Mint  

Skoda Auto is looking to double its sales in India by 2026 with the launch of its affordably priced compact SUV next year. Despite the challenges, India is among Skoda Auto's top five global markets and the third-largest passenger vehicle market in the world, making it a key contributor to the carmaker's global growth, according to CEO Kalus Zellmer. Under …

Skoda registers highest ever annual sales in India
2 years, 4 months ago

Skoda registers highest ever annual sales in India

India Today  

Skoda Auto India has announced that the brand has registered the highest ever sales in India this year with 37,568 units sold. We aim to more than double this in the mid-term.” The Czech brand revealed its first battery electric vehicle based on the VW Group’s MEB platform, the Enyaq iV in 2020. “Skoda’s route for EVs in India will …

Skoda India appoints Petr Solc as Director of Sales and Marketing
2 years, 4 months ago

Skoda India appoints Petr Solc as Director of Sales and Marketing

India Today  

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited, the umbrella company for brands such as Skoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Lamborghini in India, has announced that Petr Solc has been appointed as the Director of sales and marketing for Skoda Auto India. He will now be responsible for driving Skoda India towards a more successful future as he relieves Zac Hollis, who …

2022 Skoda Kodiaq production starts in India ahead of launch next month
3 years ago

2022 Skoda Kodiaq production starts in India ahead of launch next month

India Today  

Skoda Auto India announced that the local assembly for the new BS6 Skoda Kodiaq commenced at the company’s facility in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. India was the first country where the Skoda Kodiaq made its debut before being launched elsewhere around the world, and the new facelifted model will make its debut in January next year. The Kodiaq further drives home our …

Skoda to expand presence across 100 cities in India by August
3 years, 5 months ago

Skoda to expand presence across 100 cities in India by August

Live Mint  

Czech automaker Skoda is planning to enhance its presence across 100 cities in India by next month as it looks to cater to more customers with the launch of its mid-sized SUV Kushaq less than a month ago. The brand will be present in more than 100 cities across India by August 2021, and this will be its largest coverage …

Skoda Auto to deliver Kushaq to customers in July
3 years, 7 months ago

Skoda Auto to deliver Kushaq to customers in July

India TV News  

Skoda Auto India on Monday announced the rolling out of sport utility vehicle Kushaq at the Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd's plant in Pune. "The production roll out of the first car under the India 2.0 project marks a historic milestone for Skoda Auto and the Volkswagen Group in India. It stands testament to a great collaboration between our …

Skoda unlikely to drive in electric vehicle in India anytime soon
3 years, 9 months ago

Skoda unlikely to drive in electric vehicle in India anytime soon

India TV News  

Czech automaker Skoda is not likely to drive in its electric car in India anytime soon as it thinks the market is not ready for such vehicles due to high acquisition cost as compared with internal combustion cars, a top company official has said. The battery prices have come down but not to an extent where they could compete with …

Skoda Auto India Expands Retail Network in Karnataka, Opens New Outlet in Bengaluru with PPS Motors
3 years, 10 months ago

Skoda Auto India Expands Retail Network in Karnataka, Opens New Outlet in Bengaluru with PPS Motors

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With the inauguration of the second PPS Motors facility in Bengaluru, Skoda Auto India aims to further strengthen its position in Karnataka and push forward its campaign of establishing a strong foothold in the southern markets of India. With the presence of 39 facilities in South India, Skoda Auto India has planned to have a total of 7 dealership facilities …

Skoda Auto Inaugurates Its Largest Workshop Facility in Mumbai Under ‘India 2.0’ Project
4 years, 1 month ago

Skoda Auto Inaugurates Its Largest Workshop Facility in Mumbai Under ‘India 2.0’ Project

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Skoda Auto has unveiled one of its largest workshop facility in India, in association with Dr. Auto Technologies, at Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. With its inauguration, Skoda Auto India aims to strengthen its position in Maharashtra and push forward its campaign of establishing a strong foothold in the western markets of our nation. Zac Hollis, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India said, …

Skoda Auto India Expands Dealership Network in India, Inaugurates Showroom in Jabalpur
4 years, 2 months ago

Skoda Auto India Expands Dealership Network in India, Inaugurates Showroom in Jabalpur

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Skoda Auto India has announced the opening of a new dealership in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. As per the company, the new dealership facility sports the new Corporate Identity and Design as a part of Skoda Auto global redesigning process. Zac Hollis, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India said, “To ensure preparedness for India 2.0 launches, we at Skoda Auto India are …

Skoda India Announces Its Third Facility in Bengaluru; Aims for Expansion to 50 New Cities in 3 Years
4 years, 4 months ago

Skoda India Announces Its Third Facility in Bengaluru; Aims for Expansion to 50 New Cities in 3 Years

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Skoda Auto India said on Tuesday it will double its network penetration, and expand to 50 new cities, over the next three years. Commenting on the inauguration of the new facility, Mr. Zac Hollis, Brand Director, ŠKODA AUTO India said, “To ensure preparedness for INDIA 2.0 launches, we at ŠKODA AUTO India are continually striving to expand our network reach, …

Skoda Expands Its Digital Sales Platform in 80 Dealerships Across India With New Features: Details Here
4 years, 5 months ago

Skoda Expands Its Digital Sales Platform in 80 Dealerships Across India With New Features: Details Here

News 18  

Skoda Auto India on Tuesday announced an expansion of its online retail sales platform, which will now include a live consultation suite and contactless virtual product demonstration option with an integrated network of its over 80 dealerships across the country. It offers the flexibility to choose a Skoda Auto vehicle in a hassle-free and convenient manner at the comfort of …

Upcoming car launches in India delayed by coronavirus outbreak
4 years, 9 months ago

Upcoming car launches in India delayed by coronavirus outbreak

India Today  

The ongoing Coronavirus pandemic has hit operations of automobile manufacturers quite hard. Honda City The 2020 Honda City launch in India was expected to take place in April, but the company has been forced to reschedule thanks to the lockdown triggered by the COVID-19 breakout. Skoda Rapid 1.0 On March 16, Skoda Auto commenced bookings for the Skoda Rapid 1.0 …

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